About the Event
Maryland International CCI and Young Rider Championships June 26 – June 28, 2026 From international course designer Andrew Heffernan to our welcoming Triple Crown Feed Competitor’s Deck, Maryland Horse Trials and Loch Moy Farm are dedicated to delivering a world-class competition experience for both riders and spectators. Maryland Horse Trials is delighted to host and welcome the Young Riders Championships for a third consecutive year.
Set against the scenic backdrop of Sugarloaf Mountain, spectators can enjoy a day in the country while watching some of the nation’s top equestrian athletes. Spectator admission is free, and friends and family are warmly encouraged to attend. For an elevated viewing experience, consider upgrading with a Highland Club Membership. Make the Maryland International CCI and HT a highlight of your summer.
With breathtaking scenery, top-tier sport, and the excitement of horses in motion, it’s a destination you won’t want to miss. The event features FEI CCI-S 1* through 4* divisions, as well as National levels from Training through Advanced.
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About the Course Designer: Andrew Heffernan
The Maryland Horse Trials welcomes international course designer Andrew Heffernan as Cross Country Course Designer for the 2025 Maryland International as well as Maryland Horse Trials II and Maryland Horse Trials III.
Andrew is widely regarded as one of the most promising up and coming course designers. He can draw on his extensive experience as a competitor with past entries at the CCI5* level, including Badminton, Burghley, and Luhmühlen to design tracks to successfully challenge horse and rider. Andrew’s course designs effectively combine technicality, athleticism, and artistic elements to provide a thrilling and memorable experience for competitors and spectators alike. He has designed up to CCI4* level in the UK, where he is currently the course designer for the prestigious Bramham Park Horse Trials.
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If you have questions about the event or are interested in being a sponsor, contact Shannon Habenicht at [email protected]
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